Senior Accountant

Vaco; Bolton-Ouest; On-site; CAD 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage bank reconciliations, tax filings, and financial statement preparations. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation or equivalent, experience in full-cycle accounting, and proficiency with Excel and ERP systems. This position is located in Bolton-Ouest, Quebec, offering competitive compensation.

Benefits

Excellent opportunity for career growth

Open door policy

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years full-cycle accounting experience.
• Knowledge of financial statement preparation and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements: income statement and balance sheet.
• Perform bank reconciliations, ensuring payments and deposits are current.
• Lead month-end close processes and assist with financial statements.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Ability to work cross-functionally

Education

CPA designation or CFE completion

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

Tools

MS Office, especially Excel

ERP systems, preferably Business Central

Job description

About the Company?

Our client is a manufacturing company seeking a Senior Accountant responsible for bank reconciliations, Canadian and U.S. tax filings, financial statement preparation, and supporting month-end activities and the Accounting Manager. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Why Work Here?

• Excellent opportunity to support finance team leadership, oversee daily operations, and assist the Accounting Manager.
• Open door policy

About the Opportunity?

• Prepare consolidated financial statements: income statement, balance sheet, and cash flows.
• Generate internal management reports and analysis, including budget comparisons and variance analysis.
• Manage chart of accounts for various entities and subsidiaries.
• Lead month-end close processes and assist with financial statements and schedules for month, quarter, and year-end.
• Perform bank reconciliations, ensuring all payments and deposits are current.
• File Canadian and U.S. sales taxes and other regulatory requirements timely.
• Create financial and other reports.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including IFRS 16 lease schedules, capital assets, prepaids, loans, and accruals.
• Prepare journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Identify discrepancies, analyze data, and reconcile accounts.
• Assist accounts receivable with invoicing, credit notes, rebates, and customer activities.
• Collaborate across departments and with external accountants.
• Guide accounts payable and other teams on postings and coding.
• Help develop and implement improved accounting policies and procedures.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as needed.

About You?

• CPA designation or CFE completion.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years full-cycle accounting experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Business Central.
• Knowledge of financial statement prep, AR, AP, G/L, and bank reconciliations.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Salary Range: $90,000/year

How to Apply?

Click the "Apply Now" button, submit your resume in MS Word or Rich Text format, and reference #452083. Applicants must reside in the Greater Toronto Area and be authorized to work in Canada. A recruiter will contact suitable candidates.

Vaco by Highspring values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply, including women, minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

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